Approach to Strengthen Self-Regulation in the BANI World through Vidisa-Samadhi
Keywords:
Vidisa-Samadhi, Meditation, Self-regulation, Self-awarenessAbstract
This academic article aims to propose an approach to strengthen self-regulation through the meditation practice; namely "Vidisa-Samadhi" by presenting theoretical insights supporting with evidence from relevant researches and practical guidelines that can be easily applied to strengthen self-regulation skill in the current world; called BANI World.
Self-regulation refers to the ability to control one's thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in alignment with the established goals. Therefore, it is highly significant in today's world, which is filled with fragility, anxiety, unpredictability, and complexity of which scholars refer to as the BANI World (Brittle, Anxious, Nonlinear, and Incomprehensible). If individuals are unable to regulate themselves while living in a challenging environment as characterized by rapid and uncertain changes, they will not be able to overcome obstacles or achieve success in their lives, careers, or crucial goals. Researches have found that meditation can strengthen self-regulation as it develops emotional awareness and enables individuals to control their emotion and manage their behavior in a manner that aligns with their goals. A simple, quick, and structured method for strengthening self-regulation is the meditation in the form of "Vidisa-Samadhi". This technique requires only 15 minutes a day which can be divided into three sessions; five minutes in the morning, five minutes at noon, and five minutes in the evening. The practice can be performed anywhere without any restrictions. Practitioners require only a comfortable sitting posture and then conduct silent recitation repeatedly and intentionally. The primary goal of Vidisa-Samadhi is to establish a consistent daily practice to continuously enhance willpower or mental strength. This short meditation sessions can gradually generate and then accumulate sufficient willpower or mental strength for individual’s daily living. Therefore, this method is particularly suitable for individuals who do not have time for traditional meditation practices, which may require longer duration.
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